Eelco van Hout

Eelco van Hout is an Associate Professor at TIAS School for Business and Society, serving as Academic Director for Leadership and Strategy in the public sector. He is a core lecturer in the Executive Master of Public and Non-Profit Management program and teaches in various executive programs. His expertise spans Change Management, Human Resource Management, Public Administration, and Strategic Management within the public sector.

He holds a PhD from 2001 on fundamental change processes in public administration. His research focuses on organizational design, leadership dynamics, and strategic dilemmas in public-private networks. Notable publications include works on hybrid organizations (2007), public-private accountability (2009), and strategic HRM in public administration (2010).

Van Hout combines academic work with 20+ years of consultancy experience, emphasizing practical application of theoretical frameworks. His teaching style emphasizes visionary thinking translated into actionable strategies for real-world management challenges.

He has authored/co-authored multiple books including Zorg in Spagaat (2007), Verbonden Verantwoordelijkheden (2009), and Business and Society (2023). His recent work explores societal transitions and innovative governance models.